Surprise winners sweep Myanmar Academy Awards

Fans of Myanmar films have been taken for a surprise when the featured film "Htawara A Lin Tan Myar" (Forever Rays of Light) took home eight awards for the first time in the history of Myanmar Academy Awards.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 02 January 2013 10:16
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Artists celebrate greater freedom of expression
Myanmar artists said recently they have enjoyed greater freedom of expression for their art exhibitions this year than in the past.
Last Updated on Sunday, 30 December 2012 12:55
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Local magazine blamed for sexual explicitness

A local magazine in Myanmar comes under fire, being criticised for its sexual explicitness in photos and wording, which is considered against Myanmar culture.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 26 December 2012 14:51
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Yangon to beef up security for New Year’s night
The Yangon region government will beef up security for New Year’s night, officials said.
Last Updated on Sunday, 30 December 2012 12:55
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Miss Myanmar protests sex education magazine’s photo use
Miss Myanmar Nang Khin Zay Yar has protested sex education magazine Nhyot’s publication of her photos without her permission.
Last Updated on Monday, 24 December 2012 11:01
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